Syrian military

The Syrian military is the armed forces of the Syrian Arab Republic. Recent news highlights its involvement in escalating conflict with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the Aleppo region. This follows a breakdown in talks aimed at integrating the Kurdish-led SDF into the Syrian military. Fighting has resulted in civilian casualties and mass displacement, with estimates suggesting over 100,000 evacuees. The military's actions are newsworthy due to the humanitarian impact and the implications for regional stability. Furthermore, the Syrian military is indirectly involved in the transfer of Islamic State group detainees from Syria to Iraq by the US military, as government forces moved into the al-Hol camp following clashes with the SDF. The military's activities are relevant in the context of ongoing efforts to resolve the Syrian civil war and address the threat of ISIS resurgence.